Area Service Manager- Charlotte, NC

Trane Technologies • Charlotte, NC

257d • $110,000 - $145,000

About The Position

At Trane Technologies™ and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what's possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go. Trane in Charlotte, NC is hiring for an Area Service Manager to join our team! In this role, you will be responsible for providing the leadership for all activities involving Service Repair, Upgrades/Enhancements, Service Agreements, and installation of new equipment lifetime of connectivity with that customer. Processes within that oversight include working with sales to provide timely service agreement pricing to customer support of sales through contract pricing on parts and service, field service coordination, technicians recruitment, training and development management of technicians, invoicing and collections, and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC or a related field, technical systems (or equipment or skilled trades).
• 3+ years of experience managing and coaching large teams and organizing work schedules.
• Project management skills to oversee and drive successful project execution for startups and customer requests.
• Tech-savvy with expertise in Microsoft applications.
• Salesforce experience considered an asset.
• Must possess a valid driver's license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply; we prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.

Responsibilities

• P&L responsibility, provide monthly revenue forecasting, help drive service agreement base growth, repairs/installation/service turnkey growth by partnering with the acquisition team (sales).
• Budget Control Responsibilities including expenses as compared to targets for overhead items such as fleet, uniforms, tools and safety equipment.
• Risk mitigation - responsible for managing risk in service agreements, service turnkey and repairs work.
• Oversee the service coordination function to respond efficiently to customers, ensure technicians' training and skill level is appropriately balanced to service customers, and leverage resources across the district.
• Effectively attract, coach, counsel, train and develop all service employees.
• Drive continuous improvement through company performance management process and technical product training programs available.
• Confirm margin expectations are met during sales and fulfillment activities.
• Maximize cash flow by ensuring invoices are generated immediately upon completion of work, managing expense budgets, and increasing utilization of the service team.
• Ensure that standard service work processes are created and followed.
• Improve transactional processes impacting the customer experience and increase overall customer satisfaction.
• Ensure environmental, health and safety compliance within service team.
• Provide training to all employees to ensure a safe and productive work environment both in the shop and at customer sites.
• Travel to customer job sites is required, which may include outdoor work and/or work in mechanical/equipment rooms.

Benefits

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives.
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing